Instructors

All of the instructors at the Trafford Judo Club are highly qualified and are cleared with a criminal background check before becoming an instructor.

PAUL BOVA
Paul began practicing in Judo in 1964 and has since competed in local, national and international events. He’s ranked a 6th Degree Black Belt and has coaching certifications from two national organizations, United States Judo Association and USA Judo Inc. Paul opened Trafford Judo Club in 2007 to share his love for Judo and to teach others the tradition and art of Judo. Paul is a national and world level competitor and the 2018 International Judo Federation Veteran 145 lb World Champion.

CARL LEVY
Carl is a 3rd Degree  Black Belt (Sandan) and has competed at local, national and international levels since starting Judo in 1967.

PHIL HORRELL
Phil is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in 2014 and has competed at local, national and international levels since starting Judo in 2010.

JULIAN LEVY
Julian is a 2nd Degree Black Belt and has competed at local, national and international levels since starting Judo in 2000.

VINCENT SHA
Vincent is a lifelong martial artist having competed locally, nationally and internationally in various combat sports.  He is a 2nd degree Black Belt.

ROBERT RUNDLE

JOEL UNGER

CHRISTIAN LEVY
Christian received his 1st Degree Black Belt in 2021 and has competed at local and national levels.